Category:Playable Hero BattleMechs

This page lists all the different Hero 'Mechs (increasing in tonnage) playable in MechWarrior Online.

Hero 'Mechs

are variants of available BattleMechs that were used by someone notable in the BattleTech universe. These famous pilots would often modify their 'Mechs from standard variants to better suit their needs.

Locust LCT-PB

The LCT-PB "Pirate's Bane" is a Hero Mech. It's the only Locust capable of using ECM and comes with a 190 XL engine (the maximum for this 'Mech) and Endo-Steel. Unlike other Locusts, it has no weapons in the arms. It benefits from the 30% C-Bill Bonus provided by all Hero Mechs.

Spider SDR-A

The Spider SDR-A "Anansi" is the Hero variant of the Spider. It has a mixture of energy and ballistic hardpoints in the arms, and a missile hardpoint in the center torso. Two AMS provide superior missile protection. Six Jump Jets place its JJ capabilities on par with the SDR-5K.

Like all Hero 'Mechs, the Anansi can only be purchased with . It does save you from having to make big purchases by including some of the best equipment available. An XL 240 allows you almost reach the maximum speed possible. Endo-Steel and Dual Heat Sinks are already installed on the 'Mech as well. The Anansi also provides the same 30% bonus that all Hero 'Mechs do.

Firestarter FS9-E

A 35 ton Hero mech, the Ember is fast, equipped with jump jets, and can bring an impressive array of energy weapons and machine guns into play. Like all Hero Mechs, the Firestarter FS9-E "Ember" provides a 30% bonus.

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Cicada CDA-X5

The CDA-X5 makes use of a number of missile and energy Hardpoints. These hardpoints allow the X5 to take advantage of the lightest and most efficient weapons available. It also spreads the hardpoints evenly among all locations to minimize the disabling the damage potential of this 'Mech with one lucky shot.

Like all Hero 'Mechs, the -X5 can only be purchased with . It does save you from having to make big purchases by including some of the best equipment available. An XL 330 allows you almost reach the maximum speed possible. All three advanced, and expensive, upgrades are already installed on the 'Mech as well. The -X5 also provides the same 30% bonus that all Hero 'Mechs do.

The VND-1SIB St. Ives' Blue was the personal Vindicator of Major Michael Jones, and his father before him. It's a modified VND-1R, replacing the PPC with a Large Laser and upgrading the LRM 5 to an LRM 10. Being a Hero Mech, the Vindicator VND-1SIB provides a 30% bonus.

The HBK-GI "Grid Iron" is the Hero variant of the Hunchback. It has the characteristic "hunch" with quirks that emphasize the Gauss Rifle and Medium Pulse Lasers. It comes from the factory with Double Heat Sinks, Endo-Steel, and an XL engine. Unfortunately, since Gauss Rifles explode like ammo, the XL engine tends to be more of a downside. Like all Hero 'Mechs, the HBK-GI provides a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The TBT-LG "Loup de Guerre" Hero Mech has more missile hardpoints than any other Trebuchet variant, and does not suffer from missile tube limitations. It includes Jump Jets and comes stock with Endo Steel, Double Heat Sinks, and an XL Engine. Like all Hero Mechs, the Loup de Guerre grants a 30% bonus.

This custom variant of the Centurion is named Yen-Lo-Wang for the Chinese god of death. The CN9-YLW was made famous by the victories of Justin Xiang Allard in the Solaris VII arenas. It mounts a massive Autocannon 20 in its right arm and a pair of Medium Lasers. It is unclear if the Hatchet normally found on the design will eventually be available in MechWarrior Online.

The SHD-GD "The Gray Death" is a Hero Mech. Four energy hardpoints make it more energy oriented than other Shadow Hawk variants. The single ballistic hardpoint and a quirk for lasers places further emphasis on energy weapons. It comes from the factory with Endo-Steel and Double Heat Sinks. Like all Hero Mechs, it benefits from a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The KTO-GB "Golden Boy" Hero Mech has more weapons hardpoints than any other Kintaro variant but suffers due to a smaller torso twist range. Like all Hero Mechs, the Golden Boy grants a 30% C-Bill bonus.

Wolverine WVR-Q

The WVR-Q "Quarantine" Hero Mech has a good mix of weapon types, combining a ballistic hardpoint and three energy hardpoints in the right arm, and two missile hardpoints in the right torso. It comes from the factory with three Jump Jets, Double Heat Sinks, Endo-Steel, and an XL Engine. Like all Hero Mechs, the Quarantine grants a 30% bonus.

Dragon DRG-Fang

The DRG-Fang is a Hero variant of the Dragon. This model most closely resembles the DRG-1C and DRG-1N in terms of hard point layout. The 'Fangs high speed performance matches that of other Dragon models, though the reflexiveness of the torso and arms is slightly downgraded. Like all Hero Mechs, the Fang provides a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The DRG-Flame is a Hero variant of the Dragon. This model is unique compared to other Dragon models in that it does not carry ballistic slots in either arm. Instead, both arms mount dual energy hardpoints. The Flame's high speed performance matches that of other Dragon models, though the reflexiveness of the torso and arms is slightly downgraded. Like all Hero Mechs, the Flame provides a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The QKD-IV4 is a Hero 'Mech and features a mixture of all three weapon types. It comes from the factory with Double Heat Sinks and Ferro Fibrous armor, but has fewer jump jets. Like all Hero 'Mechs, the Quickdraw QKD-IV4 "IV-Four" provides a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The CPLT-J "Jester" Hero Mech is an energy-weapon only variant of the regular Catapult, offering 6 energy hardpoints well distributed over its components. It's also able to equip two AMS. Like all Hero Mechs, the Jester grants a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The JM6-FB "Firebrand" Hero Mech differs from its JagerMech brethren by swapping out Ballistic hardpoints for Energy hardpoints in the arms. Like all Hero Mechs, the Firebrand grants a 30% C-Bill bonus.

The CTF-IM "Ilya Muromets" is the Hero variant of the Cataphract, and is primarily armed with autocannons.
The name derives from a slavic hero, which is well known there from many tunes and legends, telling his deeds. Crippled until the age of 33, mysteriously healed by mead, he got supernatural strength from a moribund knight and with his speaking horse he liberated the besieged city of Kiyiv from the awful Tartar. He's the only legendary person ever that was made Saint from local church. Like all Hero 'Mechs, the -IM provides a 30% C-Bill bonus, and can only be purchased with .

Instantly recognizable from across the battlefield, the ON1-P "Protector" brings a varied loadout that makes it a capable combatant at any range. Like all Hero Mechs, the Protector grants a 30% C-Bill bonus.

Thunderbolt TDR-5S-T

The Thunderbolt TDR-5S-T "Top Dog" Hero Mech is a laser boat with a similar hardpoint arrangement to the TDR-5SS. It has four energy hardpoints in each side torso, including two valuable shoulder-mounted hardpoints in the right torso. The right arm has one energy hardpoint, for a total of nine. It does not come with Double Heat Sinks, so that will need to be done right away. Like all Hero Mechs, the Top Dog grants a 30% bonus.

The AWS-PB is the Hero 'Mech model of the Awesome. With its flashy paint job and incredible speed, the Pretty Baby is the hot rod of the assault class. Even the -AWS-9M isn't as fast. It features relatively few hardpoints compared to other models though.

Like all Hero 'Mechs, the VTR-DS "Dragon Slayer" can only be purchased with . It does save you from having to make big purchases by including some of the best equipment available. An XL 330 allows you to reach a max speed of 66.8 kph. This 'Mech includes Endo-Steel and Double Heatsinks. The -DS also provides the same 30% bonus that all Hero 'Mechs do.

The Stalker STK-M, aka "Misery", features a first for the Stalker line: a ballistic Hardpoint. Combined with a generous number of energy hardpoints, the Misery is just as capable of unleashing punishing damage at long range with less heat build up.

Like all Hero 'Mechs, the -M can only be purchased with . The -M provides the same 30% bonus that all Hero 'Mechs do. Unlike most Hero 'Mechs, it does not come with Dual Heat Sinks, an XL Engine, or even Endo-Steel.

The BLR-1GHE Hellslinger is the Hero variant of the BattleMaster. It comes with an exciting paint job, six energy hardpoints, with one in each arm, and three missile hardpoints that are all in the left torso. It has no ballistic hardpoints. Like all Hero 'Mechs, the -1GHE can only be purchased with . It comes stock with Dual Heat Sinks. It also provides the same 30% bonus that all Hero 'Mechs do.

The Heavy Metal model of the Highlander is the signature ride of Rhonda Snord of the Snord's Irregulars mercenary unit.[1] This customized Highlander features a number of recently reintroduced Lostech technologies. The most expensive example is the 275 XL Engine which saves weight for a heavy weapons payload, a Gauss Rifle in the right arm provides respectable punch at long range, while 13 Double Heat Sinks keep the design running cool. The most notable feature of this 'Mech, aside from the bright pink paint perhaps, is the signature speakers mounted around the head of the 'Mech. These speakers belt out rock music each time the pilot achieves a kill.

The Banshee BNC-LM "La Malinche" is a Hero variant of the Banshee. It benefits from the 30% C-Bill Bonus provided by all Hero Mechs.

The unique “La Malinche” variant is a powerful war machine, and with the Aztec-inspired art of old Terra, she is both as beautiful, as she is deadly.

Equipped with a massive arsenal of weapons, there is guaranteed to be something for every MechWarrior. Along with the capability to equip an Anti-Missile System, “La Malinche” comes stock with a Small Pulse Laser in the head, a PPC in the left arm, an AC/10 and Medium Pulse Laser in the left torso, an LRM15 in the right torso, and finally a Large Pulse Laser in the right arm.

Moving at a top speed of 64.8 kph with the aforementioned weapons loadout is not a problem thanks to its 380XL Engine, and staying cool in the heat of battle is no sweat thanks to 16 upgraded Double Heat Sinks. And how does she handle? Well you're in luck, as I just happen to have received the latest diagnostic results. The tests show that the torso can move 110 degrees to each side with a 20 degree angle pitch, though it appears that the range of the arc results in a 10% reduction in speed. The arms are capable of moving 20 degrees to each side, and 30 degrees up and down. All this, combined with an Endo-Steel Internal Structure, and over 17 tons of Standard Armor, makes “La Malinche” a force to be reckoned with.

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